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Minister Keyamo signs concession agreement for Enugu airport with Aero Alliance Limited
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Festus Keyamo, the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, has officially signed the concession agreement for the Akanu Ibiam International Airport, Enugu, with Aero Alliance Limited under a Public-Private Partnership. This marks the formal transfer of operational and management responsibilities to the concessionaire. The signing ceremony, announced by the minister鈥檚 Special Adviser on Media and Communications, Tunde Moshood, was attended by Enugu State Governor Peter Mbah, and representatives from various federal agencies and Aero Alliance Limited. The concession is part of the Federal Government鈥檚 efforts to modernize airport infrastructure, improve operational efficiency, and attract private-sector investment, aligning with President Bola Tinubu鈥檚 Renewed Hope Agenda. Keyamo noted that previous attempts to concession the airport had failed for two decades, and he praised Governor Mbah for his role in facilitating the project. The minister assured aviation employees that their welfare would be protected under the new arrangement, despite the shift to private management focused on efficiency and accountability. Keyamo urged Aero Alliance Limited to justify the confidence placed in it, as its performance will set a benchmark for future airport concessions. The Enugu State Government has also signed a Memorandum of Understanding to establish a direct flight connection between Guangzhou, China, and Enugu, aiming to boost trade, tourism, and investment in the South-East.
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